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Kia Optima

Blue · Diesel · 2011 · 1,685 cc

LB61 ERVMOT history

LB61 ERV is a blue diesel Kia Optima first used on 29 Dec 2011. Its MOT is valid until 31 Oct 2026 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 79,262 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Oct 2026
Mileage
79,262 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2026
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,991 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB61 ERV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Optima
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
29 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB61 ERV was last recorded at 79,262 miles on 8 Oct 2026, 251 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,011 miles · 13 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
251 miles
Average per year
3,991 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,262 miles
  • 2025 – 79,011 miles
  • 2024 – 78,814 miles
  • 2023 – 78,351 miles
  • 2022 – 76,833 miles
  • 2021 – 74,761 miles
  • 2020 – 71,230 miles
  • 2019 – 67,192 miles
  • 2018 – 63,475 miles
  • 2017 – 60,192 miles
  • 2016 – 56,649 miles
  • 2015 – 44,815 miles
  • 2014 – 31,842 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail79,262 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
  • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested Brake pedal going to the floor (1.2.1 (g))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play Knocking while turning (2.2.2 (c))

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

16 tests since 20 Nov 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail79,262 miles (+251)2 dangerous5 major1 minor19 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,262 miles
    Test number
    737405469159
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested Brake pedal going to the floor (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play Knocking while turning (2.2.2 (c))

  2. Pass79,011 miles (+197)17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    79,011 miles
    Test number
    629424889202
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material At flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material At flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle and all components corroded

  3. Pass78,814 miles (+463)16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    78,814 miles
    Test number
    233344648818
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play inside (2.2.2 (c))

  4. Pass78,351 miles (+1,518)14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    78,351 miles
    Test number
    263568861911
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly corroded on inside face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly corroded on inside face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass76,833 miles (+2,072)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    76,833 miles
    Test number
    636927477359
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass74,761 miles (+297)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    74,761 miles
    Test number
    594314260615

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass74,464 miles (+22)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    74,464 miles
    Test number
    524381356285
    • DangerousNOTCHY MOVEMENT AT STEERING WHEEL SUSPECT UNIVERSAL JOINT OR INNER STEERING RACK BADLY WORN ADVISE FURTHER INSPECTION
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  8. Fail74,442 miles (+3,212)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,442 miles
    Test number
    515167729838
    • DangerousNOTCHY MOVEMENT AT STEERING WHEEL SUSPECT UNIVERSAL JOINT OR INNER STEERING RACK BADLY WORN ADVISE FURTHER INSPECTION
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Steering locking device ineffective (2.1.3 (d))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass71,230 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    71,230 miles
    Test number
    613603118209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail71,230 miles (+4,038)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,230 miles
    Test number
    869986689296
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass67,192 miles (+3,717)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    67,192 miles
    Test number
    651039628608
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass63,475 miles (+3,283)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    63,475 miles
    Test number
    552678317639

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass60,192 miles (+3,543)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    60,192 miles
    Test number
    874474712002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass56,649 miles (+11,834)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    56,649 miles
    Test number
    160741301809

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass44,815 miles (+12,973)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    44,815 miles
    Test number
    393227370208
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel

  16. Pass31,842 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    31,842 miles
    Test number
    857194024394
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteTyres worn on edges

Questions about LB61 ERV

Does LB61 ERV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB61 ERV is valid until 31 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB61 ERV?
The MOT on LB61 ERV is valid until 31 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB61 ERV done?
LB61 ERV was recorded at 79,262 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2026, an average of 3,991 miles a year.
Has LB61 ERV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB61 ERV has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LB61 ERV ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LB61 ERV find?
LB61 ERV failed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2026 with 2 dangerous defects, 5 major defects, 1 minor defect and 19 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture; offside rear brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system; brake performance unable to be tested brake pedal going to the floor, and 24 more.

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